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highlight in Irish

highlight in Irish is gealán, aird a tharraingt ar — highlight means the most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.

highlight in Irish

gealán
noun
(painting, photography) An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.
aird a tharraingt ar
verb

What does "highlight" mean?

  1. noun The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.
    "The fireworks display was the highlight of the whole festival."
  2. noun A bright area in a picture, photo, or painting where light falls most strongly.
    "The painter added a white highlight to make the glass look shiny."
  3. noun A strand of hair dyed a lighter colour than the rest.
    "My hairdresser suggested caramel highlights to brighten my brown hair."
  4. verb To draw special attention to something.
    "The teacher used her speech to highlight the importance of reading every day."
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highlight in a sentence

  • The fireworks display was the highlight of the whole festival.
  • For many tourists, the boat trip is the highlight of the week.
  • The painter added a white highlight to make the glass look shiny.
  • Soft evening light created gentle highlights on the surface of the lake.

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What is "highlight" in Irish?
"highlight" in Irish is gealán, aird a tharraingt ar. highlight means: The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.
How do you use "highlight" in a sentence?
Example: "The fireworks display was the highlight of the whole festival." In Irish, "highlight" is gealán, aird a tharraingt ar.
Are there other ways to say "highlight" in Irish?
Yes — Irish has 2 translations listed for "highlight": gealán, aird a tharraingt ar.
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